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The following points highlight the seven essential elements of macronutrients. The elements are: 1. Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen 2. Nitrogen 3. Phosphorus 4. Potassium 5. Calcium 6. Magnesium 7. Sulphur. Macronutrients Element: # 1. Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen: Although these macronutrients elements are not minerals in the true sense, they are still included in the list as they are most [...]

In this article we will discuss about the Ion Absorption in Plants. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Passive Uptake of Ion Absorption 2. Active Uptake of Ion Absorption (Metabolic). Passive Uptake of Ion Absorption: (i) Non-Mediated Passive Uptake: Numerous investigators have demonstrated non-metabolic or passive uptake of ions due to the fact that when a plant [...]